Places
to See
Heaven (esotically speaking) can be glimpsed in some of the enchanting picnic
spots that dot Kodai. Coaker's walk, running along a steep slope, offers a panaromic
view of the plain. Green Valley View on the other hand provides a beautiful
view of the Vaigai Dam. Bear Shola Falls a pretty little cataract, offers endless
hours of cool relaxation.
But don't stop there. Go on. Go a little away from the township of Kodai and
some of the most beautiful scenery will hit your senses. Silver Cascade (8kms)
and Kumbakkarai (65 Kms) are waterfalls situated in some of the most wooded
parts of the hill station.
Berijam lake, situated 21 kms from the township, lies in a beautiful
valley, reflecting the glory of the specious in its clean waters. Dolphin's
Nose (8 Kms), a projecting rock provides a view of the deep chasm below. Then
go on get higher upon life. Climb the2400 meter high Perumal Peak. And you'll
be rewarded with one of the most wonderful views in and around Kodaikkanal.
Cavemen in Kodai No, you won't meet any today, but their habitat at Kukkal Caves
(40 Kms) and Dolmen's circle (22 Kms) are famous pre-historic, archaeological
sites. For, those with orchids on their mind can visit the Shenbaganur Museum
(5.6 Kms.). It is easily one of the best orchidoriums in the country offering
the visitor, more than 300 species of orchids.
Shenbaganur Musem (5.6 Kms. ) is easily one of the best orchidoriums
in the country offering the visitors, more than 300 species of orchids.
The Kurinji Andavar Temple ( 3.2 Kms ) is dedicated to lord Murugan. It also
offers the worshipper a beautiful views of the northern plains and the Palaini
Hills.
Places to Worship :
Fact is, almost every place in India has Places of worship- both ancient and
beautiful. Kodaikkanal too offers the visitors two historic temples.
The Kurinji Andavar Temple (3.2 Kms) is dedicated to Lord Murugan. It
also offers the worshipper a beautiful view of the northern plains and the Palani
Hills.
Palani (64 Kms) is of course, a famous pilgrimage centre and is mythologically
believed to be one of the six abodes of Lord Subramanya.
Other then these two, the Mariamman Temple, Vinayagar Temple, Murugan Temple,
Two mosques at Ellis Villa and Munjikal, Francis Xavier Church, Gorapur, St.Mary's
Church, Lassalette, St.Joseph's Church, Luthern mission Church, Lake end offer,
the devout a relaxed and genteel place to pray.
So come to Kodaikkanal. And be a part of the vibrant elements at play.
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